Dive-site story
Located along the sheltered western coast of San Andrés, West View is an accessible shore and boat site centered around an ecological park. Divers enter via stairs cut into the limestone shore or jump right into clear, protected water. The seafloor features scattered coral heads, sea fans, and a submerged statue of Poseidon resting in the sand, surrounded by dense aggregations of reef fish accustomed to swimmers.
Submerged Poseidon statue resting on the sandy seabed
Calm, leeward waters with easy entry via shore ladders or boat
Schools of sergeant majors and yellowtail snappers congregating near the surface
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Diving is possible year-round, though the driest weather and calmest seas occur between January and May.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoplight ParrotfishSparisoma viride | Common | ||||||||||||
| Foureye ButterflyfishChaetodon capistratus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Sergeant MajorAbudefduf saxatilis | Common | ||||||||||||
| Southern StingrayHypanus americanus | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Blue TangAcanthurus coeruleus | Common |
Marine forecast
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